The estate’s role in the social services according to ancient Egyptian texts

Abstract EN

The subjcct of this research is intended to carry out an analytical study of' the Estate role of the social services according to ancient Egyptian Texts, in regard to the iconographical evidence found on the temple walls, which have actually given highlights on the different types of social organization assistance for the poor and those who are in need.

As well as the social services have been provided lor the wellbeing of the families in terms of organization, composition, support, as well as the relationship between its members, in showing the required appreciation to the head of the family household, and their pride for their women with regard to their social status as a mother or a wife, a real member who contributes to the production.

They have also shown an auspices attention to the interest of workers, by organizing recreational and artistic entertainment programs, such as music and singing and others.

Meanwhile, it is obvious that the flourish of the Ancient Egyptian civilization, have been rcfiectcd upon the services of the ancient society throughout the kind of services provided and it development; as well their beliefs had a great effect on applying social services for the contentment of the poor, the needy and the disabled.

They have so much believed that both charity and such kind of social services that would be provided during their lifetime would let them enjoy a prosperous afterlife at the end.